Mahindra launched the KUV100 about the same time last year. The hatchback has looks of an SUV. However, the response was average from the Indian buyers. At the Auto Expo in 2016, Maruti showcased the concept Maruti Ignis. Now Maruti is all set to launch the Ignis in a few days time. The Ignis will have a rival in the form of the KUV100. Here in this article, lets compare the two mini SUVs and see how they fare against each other when it comes to price, dimensions, specs, mileage etc.

The prices mentioned above for the Maruti Ignis are estimated figures. There is a possibility that the actual pricing of the Maruti Ignis could be closer to the KUV100’s. But the price of the top-end variants of the Ignis will be higher than that of the KUV as they will come with more number of features. It is also expected that the overall quality of the Ignis would be much better than the Mahindra KUV100. The Ignis will be also have the upper hand when it comes to transmission as it would be available with an optional automatic in the form of a 5-speed AMT in both petrol and diesel versions.

Petrol

Maruti Ignis

Price (expected ex showroom Delhi)

Mahindra KUV100

Price (ex showroom, Delhi)

Sigma

Rs. 5.00 lakh

K2

Rs. 4.58 lakh

Delta

Rs. 5.60 lakh

K2+

Rs. 4.87 lakh

Zeta

Rs. 6.20 lakh

K4

Rs. 4.99 lakh

Delta Automatic

Rs. 6.15 lakh

K4+

Rs. 5.22 lakh

Alpha

Rs. 6.70 lakh

K6

Rs. 5.59 lakh

Zeta Automatic

Rs. 6.80 lakh

K6+

Rs. 5.81 lakh

Alpha Automatic

Rs. 7.30 lakh

K8

Rs. 6.14 lakh

Mahindra KUV 100

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison- Specifications

Diesel

Maruti Ignis

Mahindra KUV100

Engine Type

1.3 L Diesel

1.2 L Diesel

Transmission

5-speed manual/5-speed AMT

5-speed manual

Power

75 bhp

77 bhp

Torque

190 Nm

190 Nm

Mileage

26.80 kpl (claimed)

25.32 kpl (claimed)

Petrol

Maruti Ignis

Mahindra KUV100

Engine Type

1.2 L Petrol

1.2 L Petrol

Transmission

5-speed manual/5-speed AMT

5-speed manual

Power

83 bhp

82 bhp

Torque

115 Nm

115 Nm

Mileage

20.89 km/ltr (claimed)

18.15 km/ltr (claimed)

The Maruti Ignis will share its engines with the Baleno/Dzire/ Swift. The Ignis will be powered by a 1.3 L Diesel engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Whereas the petrol variants will be powered by a 1.2 L Petrol engine also paired up to a 5-speed manual. Maruti will also offer the petrol and diesel Ignis with an automatic transmission in the form of a 5-speed AMT, apart from the standard 5-speed manual, . Power and torque of the Maruti Ignis and the Mahindra KUV 100 are nearly the same. It is expected that the Ignis petrol will be much quicker and will not feel as sluggish as the KUV100 petrol. Also, the Maruti Ignis will have the upper hand when it comes to transmission, due to an automatic transmission option.

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison- Dimensions

Maruti Ignis

Mahindra KUV100

Length x Width x Height

3700 x 1690 x 1595 mm

3675 x 1715 x 1665 mm

Wheelbase

2435 mm

2385 mm

Wheel Type and Size

15 inch alloys

14 inch alloys

Boot Space

260 L

243 L

Kerb Weight

825-960 kg

1085-1135 kg

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison- Mileage

Maruti Ignis

Mahindra KUV100

Diesel

26.80 kpl

25.32 kpl

Petrol

20.89 kpl

18.15 kpl

The Mahindra KUV100 Diesel claims an overall fuel efficiency of 25.32 kpl. Whereas the Diesel Ignis claims a mileage of 26.80 kpl. Which means that the Diesel Ignis is more efficient than the Diesel KUV 100.

The Petrol variant of the KUV100 returns a claimed mileage of 18.15 kpl. While that of the Ignis returns a mileage of 20.89 kmpl. The Ignis gets an AMT, so the fuel efficiency figures of the automatic versions will be similar to the manual variants.

As evident from the table above, the Ignis is more fuel efficient than the Mahindra KUV 100.

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison- Features

The Maruti Ignis would be sold through the Nexa dealership network only which is meant for their premium models. This means the micro-SUV will come feature packed. The primary highlights of the feature will include LED daytime running lights, projector headlamps, dual front airbags, ABS, touchscreen infotainment system and much more.

On the other hand, the Mahindra KUV 100 does not offer projector headlamps, climate control or a touchscreen infotainment system. The KUV100 might be cheaper than the Ignis, but it is not as feature rich considering its price. The Ignis also comes with dual front airbags and ABS are standard safety features.

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Maruti Ignis

Mahindra KUV100

Air Conditioner Type

Automatic Climate Control

Manual

Power Windows

Yes (4)

Yes (4)

Central Locking

Yes

Yes

Steering Audio Controls

Yes

Yes

Audio System

Yes (Touchscreen)

Yes (2-DIN)

Airbags

Yes (2)

Yes (2)

ABS

Yes

Yes

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison- Design

The Mahindra KUV100 features has a unique styling of its own. Though it looks great when seen from certain angles, it looks a bit awkward from some angles. The puny wheels snatch the proper SUV look and the design seems a bit overdone.

Mahindra KUV 100

The production model of the Ignis is almost the same as the one shown at the Auto Expo in 2016. The design highlights include –LED daytime running lights, the large chrome lined grille up front which houses the headlamps, and more. Due to the SUV like design elements, the Ignis looks like a blend a of hatchback and SUV.

Maruti Ignis

The upcoming Maruti Ignis can easily be declared the winner between the Ignis and Mahindra KUV 100 when it comes to design.

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison – Interior

When it comes to the interior, it’s almost the same story as that of the exterior. To facilitate the 3+3 seating arrangement, the KUV100 has a slab-like centre console with the gear lever.

Mahindra KUV 100 interiors

The Ignis has a very cool looking dashboard design different from what we have been seeing from Maruti. The India-spec model has a black-ivory white combo for the cabin. Apart from this, the Ignis features body-coloured highlights in the cabin. Quality levels of the Ignis’s interior is much better than that of the KUV’s cabin.

Maruti Ignis Interiors

Overall, the cabin of the Maruti Ignis feels much more premium and definitely better built.

Maruti Ignis vs Mahindra KUV100 Comparison – The Final Verdict

After a great initial response, Mahindra’s KUV100 did not find as many buyers as Mahindra would have hoped . On the other hand the Ignis appears to be a better product in car when it comes to design, features and quality. Hence it should fare better in terms of sales. A lot will ride on the pricing of the Maruti Ignis in comparison to that of the Mahindra KUV100.

Price – It is expected that Maruti will price the Ignis close to the Mahindra KUV100. However due to the Ignis’s premium features, its top-end variants will be more expensive, compared to the Mahindra KUV100.

Design – The Ignis is definitely a better looking car than the Mahindra KUV100 as the KUV100 looks a little awkward from some angles.

Specifications – Both micro-SUVs have similar power and torque numbers. Mahindra KUV100 petrol feels sluggish. Ignis also has the upper hand here as it will get a 5-speed AMT.

Features – The Ignis will be more feature packed with features like projector headlamps touchscreen infotainment system and more.

Overall, it can be concluded that the Maruti Ignis is a much better car than the Mahindra KUV100. Hope you liked this comparison. Stay tuned to indiaautoz.in for more such comparisons. Leave your comments below.

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